15 Jan Who gets a lump sum from Social Security when someone dies?
Social Security does pay a one-time lump sum death benefit of $255 to certain heirs. ...
14 Jan Will unemployment reduce my Social Security benefits?
Unemployment benefits are considered unearned income for Social Security purposes. ...
12 Jan Will my Social Security benefit grow even if I don’t work?
Social Security uses a formula to determine your benefit amount. ...
08 Jan Will my spouse get anything from Social Security if I die?
There are benefits available to the spouses of people who have died. ...
06 Jan Will my younger wife get my Social Security when I die?
What benefits are received will depend on your specific work records with Social Security. ...
30 Dec My husband left me. Can I still get his Social Security?
You may be eligible for spousal benefits under certain circumstances. ...
22 Dec Can I get survivor benefits from my husband who was in prison?
Benefits are suspended when someone is incarcerated, but that doesn't affect survivor benefits....
21 Dec How do my Social Security benefits change if my spouse dies?
You may be eligible for survivor's benefits if your spouse dies. ...
21 Dec Can I save in an IRA if most of my salary goes in a 401(k)?
There are limits to how much you can save in tax-advantaged programs. ...
07 Dec What happens to couple’s Social Security when one dies?
You will get the higher of the two benefits but not both benefits. ...